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DFO is making new fishing rules but will they work?
In 1992, Canadians watched in horror as Newfoundland’s once-thriving cod stocks collapsed, leaving thousands without…
Drones to deliver medical supplies to northern B.C. First Nation
Drones will take to the sky delivering medical supplies to the Stellat’en First Nation after…
Canadian seaweed may be the secret to taming belchy cows, tackling climate change
Canadian scientists are investigating whether regional seaweeds might be the new superfood for cows, and…
National Seed Swap Day a chance to dream about spring
Home gardeners rejoice. Held on the last Saturday in January, National Seed Swap Day is…
Should Canada be hungry to farm seaweed? This marine biologist thinks so
Harvesting seaweed on the B.C. coast has been the on-and-off-again dream of back-to-landers intent on…
The history of Osoyoos from two very different perspectives
“These compassing hills have known the passing ages Pathless they hid the tracks of beast…
New Syilx children’s book series ‘Follow the Water’ set to launch
A new children’s book series by a Syilx and Nlaka’pamux author will teach kids about…
Eyewear collection with Indigenous flair named after B.C.’s top health officials
A philanthropic eyewear brand that incorporates Indigenous art into its designs has just launched a…
Man accused of attempted murder in Osoyoos elects trial by judge
The man accused of attempted murder in connection to a shooting in Osoyoos in October…
TRU prof uses computer program to find way to ski all Sun Peaks Nordic trails, in one day
The increasingly popular Sun Peaks Nordic trail system boasts 35 kilometres of groomed trails. Looked…
South Okanagan MP Cannings to run again in next federal election
Current NDP MP for the South Okanagan-West Kootenay riding, Richard Cannings, is throwing his hat…
BC’s safer drug supply program too slow to start and not working, users say
On Christmas Day, Jess Lamb needed three injectable vials of naloxone to revive her partner…
Youth allegedly cheated by former Kelowna social worker wants restorative justice process
An Indigenous youth who was in care of Robert Riley Saunders when he was working…
Interior Health to review deadly COVID-19 outbreak at Oliver care home
Interior Health is ordering a review for “lessons learned” from the outbreak at McKinney Place…
Federal COVID-19 travel rules create obstacles for B.C.’s migrant workers
From their homes in far-flung locations like Guatemala, Mexico, and Honduras, migrant workers are telling…
Indigenous identity fraud law is ‘a dividing line in the sand,’ says Haida filmmaker
Haida filmmaker Tamara Bell launched a campaign this week to convince the federal government to…
Preliminary inquiry underway for accused in 2000 murder of pregnant Kamloops woman
A preliminary inquiry is underway in Kamloops court for the man accused of murdering his girlfriend…
Budding farmer gets chance to grow Keremeos dream orchard thanks to land-matching program
This year, Kanver Brares will be tending his own fruit trees in the Similkameen Valley…
The burning question: What pollution and health threats are lurking in wood stoves?
If the stereotype associated with country living holds fast, folks in Canada’s small towns and…
Conditional deal struck to sell Sickle Point to South Okanagan regional district
A deal to purchase the Sickle Point property has been reached, subject to the approval…
How new COVID-19 travel rules could hurt Canada’s greenhouse vegetable industry
New COVID-19 testing requirements for travellers entering Canada could hinder more than would-be pandemic tourists.…
Tourism Sun Peaks supports task force funding request
Tourism Sun Peaks is throwing its support behind the recommendations of the provincial tourism task…
Fundraising efforts for South Okanagan family after son dies in New Year’s Day house fire
The community of Osoyoos is mourning the death of a young man who died on…
Plant-based meats are on the rise. But are they sustainable?
Vegetables are becoming increasingly common in an unusual place: the grocery store meat aisle. Sales…